Corporate/M&A & Private Equity
Global Guide 2024 : Africa-wide
Band 2
Contact number
+1 212 819 8200Chambers Review
White & Case operates a well-resourced Africa practice. With notable depth in London and Paris, the firm also has impressive capabilities in Johannesburg and Cairo. It is regularly active on healthcare and pharma transactions, but of late the firm has been especially active on tech-related deals, including in the areas of fintech and e-commerce. The department advises African corporations and international clients on M&A, investments and matters of OHADA law. Additionally, it has a strong client following of international PE houses and financial institutions.
Work Highlights
- White & Case partners in London and Johannesburg jointly acted for A.P. Moller Capital on its 100% acquisition of South African logistics operator Vector Logistics.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"We receive excellent support from all offices. They are highly focused on the client's needs and good at working to tight timetables."
"White & Case has provided highly professional and dedicated advice on complex multi-jurisdictional transactions over an extended period."
"The team is always readily available and responsive to enquiries."
"We receive excellent support from all offices. They are highly focused on the client's needs and good at working to tight timetables."
"White & Case has provided highly professional and dedicated advice on complex multi-jurisdictional transactions over an extended period."
"The team is always readily available and responsive to enquiries."
Notable Practitioners
Ken Barry is a member of the London private equity team and is regularly instructed on high-value African transactions. He has wide-ranging experience acting for some of the world's largest private equity houses, assisting with deals in sectors such as telecoms and pharma.
"Ken is an outstanding commercial lawyer with a cool, calm approach."
"He demonstrates excellent leadership and a depth of experience."